Benefits of a Thermal Inspection for your Horse

How a Thermal Imaging Inspection can help your Horse

Used extensively in the equine world since the 1996 Olympic Games, infrared thermal imaging inspections are a quick non contact method of examining a horse to identify and locate the source of problems or injuries. Thermography as a science has many applications, but for horses has 3 main benefits:

Preventative:

• Pre Purchase Inspection or Sale to confirm there are no "hidden" problems with the horse

• Check saddle fitting and rider balance

• Monitoring Competition horses during training to ensure that no undue stress is placed on the horse which may result in a potential injury

Diagnostic

• Identify damaged tendons, ligaments, Navicular, laminitis and the source of non specific lameness

• Musculoskeletal injuries

• Easily examine the horse for tooth and jaw problems

• Locate the source of miscellaneous strains, sprains and injuries

Treatment Monitoring

• Monitor ongoing conditions to assess the level of improvement or deterioration during treatment

• Monitor Hoof Maintenance and balance